Odyssey Whale Watch
A Maine Whale Watching adventure awaits you aboard the Odyssey
A Maine Whale Watching adventure awaits you aboard the Odyssey!
Great fun and educational for the entire family. Join our Captain as he sets course on a journey to view those majestic mammals in their own environment. Enjoy the ocean air, narration and sights of Casco Bay as we cruise offshore to known whale feeding grounds.
More than just watching whales. Join us as we search for and track Humpbacks, Finbacks, Minkes, North Atlantic White-Sided Dolphins, Harbor Porpoises, Basking sharks, Ocean Sunfish, Sea Turtles, as well as countless seabirds who often accompany us as we course our way to the whales.
Our experienced naturalist will point out and explain all the natural wonders we encounter on the wild ocean that makes up three quarters of our planet!
Our experienced naturalist will point out and explain all the natural wonders we encounter on the wild ocean that makes up three quarters of our planet!
Snacks and beverages are available in our enclosed galley/snack bar with full liquor license, and seating. Two rest rooms on board.
Our experienced naturalist will point out and explain all the natural wonders we encounter on the wild ocean that makes up three quarters of our planet!
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
In addition to whale watching, we offer daily excursions in Casco Bay on our 16-passenger vessel, Explorer!
Options include: Seal Watches and Private Charters.
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
In addition to whale watching, we offer daily excursions in Casco Bay on our 16-passenger vessel, Explorer!
Options include: Seal Watches and Private Charters.
Reservations are recommended.
For trips offshore we recommend bringing an extra layer of clothing. Even if it’s warm and sunny at the dock the temperature can sometimes drop 10 or 15 degrees when we get offshore.
Frequently Asked Questions
Prohibited Items
Prohibited Items include outside alcohol, illegal drugs, firearms and glass containers of any kind.
Accessibility
Odyssey is not wheelchair accessible. Ocean movements can be unpredictable. Whale watches may not be advisable for individuals with mobility limitations or balance issues. Additionally, we are unable to accommodate walkers onboard. Thank you for your understanding.
Smoking
Odyssey is a smoke-free vessel. This includes e-cigarettes and vaporizers.
Pets and strollers
Pets and strollers cannot be brought on board.
Can we bring our own food and drink onboard?
You are welcome to bring your own food and drink on Odyssey. Our snack bar has light packaged snacks and drinks, but we do not offer any lunch food, so many guests choose to pack their own lunch. Please do not bring hard sided coolers, glass bottles, or outside alcohol as we have a liquor license and sell adult beverages at our bar.
Are there restrooms on the boat?
There are two restrooms on Odyssey, our whale watch boat. There are NO bathrooms on Explorer, our seal watch and private charter boat.
Do you have lifejackets we can wear?
We have life jackets for all ages on board. We cannot give these out unless there is an emergency. If you would like to bring your own life jacket to wear you are welcome to do so.
Be aware that parking is limited in Portland and can sometimes be difficult to find—leave extra time to find appropriate parking before check-in. Reservations are honored until check-in, 30 minutes prior departure.
Contact Odyssey
Mailing Address
Odyssey Whale Watch
PO Box 17801
Portland, ME 04112
Directions
From the North: I-295 to Exit 7. Follow Franklin Street (Route 1A) South to Commercial Street. Turn right onto Commercial Street +/- .2 miles to Long Wharf on your left.
From the South: I-295 to Exit 4. Take Route 1 North +/- 1.2 miles. Exit to the right and take Route 1A (Commercial Street). Follow 1A North for +/- 2 miles to Long Wharf on your right.
Parking
We do not have our own parking. Parking in Portland can be very challenging, however there are several lots and garages within easy walking distance of our location.
